Chobimela Fellowship
The Fellowship Programme, an initiative of Chobi Mela, aims to support new media artists in Bangladesh to develop their independent projects, embracing experimentation and expansion.
Now, more than half a year after Bangladesh rose up in people’s revolt, we’ve realised a transformative possibility that resonates with the phonetic sound of ‘Re’. ‘Re’ symbolises collective imagination and the revival of dormant hopes. We envision ‘rebuilding’ when disruptions signal new beginnings. We also imagine ‘regeneration’ of a primordial future world, environmental healing, and rejuvenation. More so, in response to human disturbances, we aim to restore damaged ecosystems, increase biodiversity, and enhance nature’s ‘resilience’, and to remain defiant in the face of adversity. The eleventh edition ‘re-imagines’ the euphony of ‘Re’.
"…the first of a regular biennale, one that has become one of the highlights of the Asian calendar."
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The Fellowship Programme, an initiative of Chobi Mela, aims to support new media artists in Bangladesh to develop their independent projects, embracing experimentation and expansion. Chobi Mela has implemented three Fellowship Programmes since 2017. Artists from diverse backgrounds are invited to explore the possibilities of lens-based practice within broader contemporary art discourses under the mentorship… Chobimela Fellowship
A warm congratulations to ASM Rezaur Rahman, who will serve as Festival Director for the upcoming edition of Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography! Reza has long been part of the Chobi Mela family, having worked as a curator in previous editions, and we are excited to see him lead the way forward with care… Festival Director Announcement
he Freedom Flotilla Coalition has confirmed that Israeli forces intercepted The Conscience, a ship carrying 93 journalists, doctors, and human rights activists headed to Gaza, on Wednesday. Among those on board is Shahidul Alam, the founder of Pathshala South Asian Media Institute, Drik Picture Library, and the founding festival director of Chobi Mela, the International… Update: Freedom Flotilla Coalition
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Festival Director Announcement
A warm congratulations to ASM Rezaur Rahman, who will serve as Festival Director for the upcoming edition of Chobi Mela International Festival of Photography! Reza
Update: Freedom Flotilla Coalition
he Freedom Flotilla Coalition has confirmed that Israeli forces intercepted The Conscience, a ship carrying 93 journalists, doctors, and human rights activists headed to Gaza,
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What was Chobi Mela and What Happens Next
Eighteen years is a long time, measured by tectonic changes in what is expected, accepted, or challenged in photography. Steve McCurry’s “Afghan girl” (1984) might
March 23, 2021
Shaheen Dill-Riaz’s films are available online
Shaheen Dill-Riaz studied at the Freie Universität Berlin History of Art and subsequently Cinematography at the Filmuniversität Babelsberg. He works often in various roles, as a writer, story
February 14, 2021
Nurul Alam Atique’s films are available online
Nurul Alam Atique is a film-maker, script writer and dramatist based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Through the past two decades, Atique has created a unique style
February 14, 2021
Chobi Mela [0]: Artist Talk
Announcing Chobi Mela Artist Talk: Aishwayra Arumbakkam (India) Bunu Dhungana (Nepal) Nida Mehboob (Pakistan) Moderated by Sarker Protick Date: 15/02/21 Time: 05:00 p.m. BST Zoom Invitation
February 13, 2021
OPEN CALL: New Waves of Documentary, Practice as Research
A collaboration between Pathshala South Asian Media Institute and the VII Academy. A nine month mentorship program by the VII Academy and Pathshala South Asia
February 13, 2021
No to Harassment!
The Zero edition of Chobi Mela is committed to operating as a safe space which is inclusive and supportive in which no forms of discrimination
February 5, 2021
Secretariat update- Chobi Mela 2021
We are delighted to announce that Chobi Mela will mount a special edition, “Shunno”, to create a space for artists, thinkers, healers, activists, and visionaries in
February 5, 2021
সুজান ম্যাইসিলাস ও নিকারাগুয়া
১. সাউথ ভার্জিনিয়া থেকে নিউইয়র্ক। ৪৪ ইরভিং স্ট্রী থেকে মট স্ট্রীট। এমনি বেড়ে ওঠার নানা জায়গায় কাজের ছাপ রেখেছেন তিনি। ছোট্ট ইটালী নামে পরিচিত মট
March 20, 2019
